# Remembering Francis Buchholz: The Heartbeat of Scorpions' Golden Era Passes at 75 **In a heartbreaking loss for rock fans worldwide, Francis Buchholz, the legendary bassist of Scorpions, has passed away at 75 after a battle with cancer.**[1][2][3][4] Imagine the thunderous bass lines driving anthems like those on *Blackout* and *Crazy World*—that's the indelible mark Francis Buchholz left on hard rock history. Joining Scorpions in 1973 alongside guitarist Ulrich Roth, Buchholz became the anchor of the band's longest-running and most successful lineup, alongside Rudolf Schenker, Klaus Meine, and Matthias Jabs.[2][4] His solid groove powered global smashes, including the platinum-selling *Blackout* (1982) with hits "No One Like You" and "Can't Live Without You," and the monumental *Crazy World* (1990), home to "Wind of Change"—the world's top single of 1991, topping charts in 11 countries.[2][4] Buchholz's departure after the *Crazy World* tour in 1992 marked the end of Scorpions' peak era, as noted by contemporaries, yet his contributions defined their victorious global run.[2][4] Even after leaving Scorpions, Buchholz stayed vital in rock. He played on Temple of Rock's 2013 album *Bridge the Gap* and 2015's *Spirit on a Mission*, proving his enduring talent.[3] (Note: Earlier reports listed his age as 71, but recent updates confirm 75 at passing.[1][3])
Francis Buchholz on stage, capturing the energy of Scorpions' iconic sound. (Public domain image)
Citations
1.https://ralphrieckermann.com/ralph-rieckermann-biography/
2.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scorpions_(band)
3.https://www.aol.com/articles/former-scorpions-bassist-francis-buchholz-180031621.html
4.https://www.the-scorpions.com/band/
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